Senior Finance Officer

Bland Shire Council; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

9 day fortnight roster

Flexible work arrangements

Learning and career development

Subsidised Corporate Uniforms

Council Superannuation 12%

Job summary

Bland Shire Council is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to support Council’s financial operations, including statutory returns, grant management and compliance. You will work with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate records, compliance, and informed decision-making across the organisation.

The role covers financial reporting, grant management and continuous improvement, contributing to the financial governance and delivery of services for the Bland Shire community.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Financial Services or related qualification.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting requirements, taxation obligations and grant management processes.
• Ability to provide sound financial advice and analyse financial information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory financial returns including BAS and FBT.
• Reconcile, monitor and acquit grant funding.
• Provide financial advice to stakeholders and support governance.

Skills

Certificate IV in Financial Services

Financial reporting

Tax obligations

Grant management

Communication

Education

Certificate IV in Financial Services

Job description

As the Senior Finance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting Council’s financial operations through the preparation of statutory financial returns, including Business Activity Statements and Fringe Benefits Tax returns, along with the reconciliation, monitoring and acquittal of grant funding received by Council. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure financial records are accurate, compliant and support informed decision-making across the organisation.

The role offers a diverse range of responsibilities across financial reporting, grant management and compliance. Providing the opportunity to apply your financial expertise while contributing to sound financial governance, continuous improvement and the successful delivery of services, projects and programs that benefit the Bland Shire community.

What we are looking for in you

• A qualified and experienced finance professional with a Certificate IV in Financial Services or a related qualification and demonstrated experience in accounting or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting requirements, taxation obligations and grant management processes, with the ability to prepare accurate statutory returns and reconcile financial information.
• Proven ability to provide sound financial advice and support to stakeholders, along with well-developed analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across the organisation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Current Class C Driver Licence

What we have to offer:

As a valued member of our team, you’ll receive the following benefits:

• A family-based culture with genuine and friendly people to work with
• Competitive salary and opportunity for salary progression
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Access to 6.5 weeks long service leave after 5 years of service
• Flexible work arrangements
• 9 day fortnight roster
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Subsidised Corporate Uniforms
• Allowance, overtime and call out penalties when required
• Hourly rate from $48.15
• Plus a 12% Council Superannuation contribution.

CLOSING DATE: 29 SEPTEMBER 2026